About Us

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AHC Leadership Development started in 2016 when our Founder, Hillary Dovel, noticed something strange in tech. This industry, which is so focused on innovation, creativity, and growth, is forgetting all about the fact that its employees are people. She noticed that many managers lacked the soft skills necessary to be impactful, memorable leaders. They were promoted into management roles but had no idea how to help develop their reports or how to create thriving teams. She decided to do something about it, and so AHC Leadership Development was born.

Hillary is a seasoned leadership development coach who holds a PCC credential from the International Coaching Federation. She brings a passion for empowering individuals and teams to unlock their full potential. With eight years of experience primarily within the tech industry, she has honed her skills in leadership development, team coaching, and emotional intelligence. Hillary’s journey is not just professional; it's deeply personal, rooted in empathy and understanding.

ACH Leadership Development comprises Hillary and her bench of support coaches who are all handpicked with their specific skill sets, coaching styles, experience, and niche expertise in mind. With an emphasis on EQ and strengths, we have made it our mission to help develop strong and impactful leaders, thereby creating powerful and productive teams.

Together, let's unlock your potential, cultivate resilience, and illuminate the path to profound personal and professional growth.

Book a free 60-minute consultation and we’ll explore your goals together.

“In my own life, I've walked paths filled with challenges and moments where I felt invisible, where my voice seemed lost to bigger voices. I intimately understand the struggle of feeling disengaged and grappling with compromised self-esteem. I always felt like I had more to offer, yet unsure how to fully access it. For years, my coping mechanism was to navigate these hurdles alone, setting myself on a path where simply meeting the minimum standard felt like an achievement. I felt unnoticed and unsupported. I was looking for a leader and there were none in sight.

Then, in 2009, I stumbled upon a music community that gave me everything I had been missing. Within its nurturing embrace, I discovered boundless encouragement and unwavering support. Others recognized and celebrated my strengths, and I felt truly seen for the first time. I grew to believe that my voice mattered and that I could use it to be the leader I was looking for. I started showing up differently everywhere. I developed a set of core values: respect, communication, authenticity, trust, and curiosity. I began leading with integrity in all of my various life roles: parent, partner, professional, and friend. I began seeking out education in leadership development and coaching. I am living proof that communities that value individuals foster strong leaders by harnessing intellectual stimulation and inspirational motivation.

Focusing on leadership development, team coaching, and individual coaching, I've dedicated my career to providing that same level of support to others. I’ve witnessed firsthand how much it impacts engagement (and in turn, productivity) when all team members feel like their voice matters. My myriad of clients are navigating diverse yet common challenges such as imposter syndrome, having difficult conversations, and leadership development deficits. Through coaching, these challenges are overcome with a focus not only on functioning but constantly optimizing potential.

As a Leadership Coach, I've witnessed countless transformations as individuals tap into their inherent strengths. By coaching leaders to nurture a culture of communication and support, I work to catalyze collective growth where everyone thrives.”

- Hillary Dovel